Rachel M.
Fairfax, VA
Experienced Trainer w/Fenced Yard
Pet care experience
*Professional Member of IACP (International Association of Canine Professionals)* *Licensed & Insured* About Me: I am a full-time, stay-at-home mother, pet trainer, and long time lover of animals. I've owned animals and dogs all of my life. My family consists of myself, my husband, our two sons ages 10 and 16, and our well-trained four year old labrador retriever named Stella. Stella has been well socialized with dogs of all breeds and ages and has her AKC Canine Good Citizen Certificate, AKC Urban Canine Good Citizen Certificate, and her AKC Community Canine Good Citizen Certificate. Both of our children are great with animals and love when we dog sit. I specialize in puppy/pet basic obedience training, have experience caring for dogs and cats of all ages, and even exotic pets (snakes, hedgehogs, birds, lizards, etc.). In my spare time I enjoy walking/jogging/hiking and being outdoors. About our home: We have a large fenced yard with a small screened-in porch with a ceiling fan. It's the perfect setting for those pups who enjoy being outside, while staying cool. Additional Services: I also offer transportation for a small fee for those busy parents who need to save some extra time and might require a drop off or pick up for their fur babies.
Reviews
Rachel and her family were amazing. I felt very comfortable leaving my fur babies with them. She sent pictures and videos to help ease my mind and check in. They loved her back yard and cuddling with her family. She had a plan and multiple options for my little old man dog in case he wasn’t feeling the other animals or just wanted some space but it was totally unnecessary. My babies had a wonderful time and came back to me healthy and sleepy from their adventures
Thank you, Rachel! I’m so glad Sawyer and you got along so well. We will be back!
Rachel was fantastic and extremely professional through and through. She gave us consistent updates throughout the day, and she is knowledgeable with all kinds of dogs. We will be rebooking with her for all travels.
Kooper absolutely loves staying with Rachel. She takes such great care of him and he has the best time.
About Rachel M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Note About Drop Off & Pick Up Times: In an effort to be as flexible and accommodating as possible while maintaining a safe and secure environment for all of the pups in my care, please be sure to specify no larger than a 15 minute window for all drop off and pick up times with your booking request. The option to specify your drop off and pick up times should appear in the "Booking Details" Section. This ensures that your dog is protected under the Rover Guarantee and that any extended care rates are applied properly.
Home
Information Rachel M. would like to know about your pet
I would need to know the dogs temperament, training, and any outstanding health requirements. I have no preference of breed but prefer dogs with exposure to children.
A typical day
We always start and end our day with an outdoor potty break, but otherwise pups are able to freely move from indoors to outside as they please. I love to offer mental stimulation games by providing food puzzles, lick matts, frozen kongs, or short breakout training sessions on yucky weather days. In the summer, the pups enjoy playing in the doggy sprayground or chasing scented bubbles or the flirt pole around the yard.
Services
Rachel can host
Rachel can watch in your home
Availability
Note About Boarding, Doggy Daycare, & Housesitting Rates: Boarding Rate applies to a 24 hour period. If you should need a late pick up outside of that 24 hour period, additional charges will apply. Doggy Daycare Rate applies to an 8 hour period. Additional charges will apply should you need more than 8 hours of care. Housesitting Rate applies to 8 hours overnight, two feedings per day, & one mid-day drop-in.
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About Rachel M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Note About Drop Off & Pick Up Times: In an effort to be as flexible and accommodating as possible while maintaining a safe and secure environment for all of the pups in my care, please be sure to specify no larger than a 15 minute window for all drop off and pick up times with your booking request. The option to specify your drop off and pick up times should appear in the "Booking Details" Section. This ensures that your dog is protected under the Rover Guarantee and that any extended care rates are applied properly.
Home
Information Rachel M. would like to know about your pet
I would need to know the dogs temperament, training, and any outstanding health requirements. I have no preference of breed but prefer dogs with exposure to children.
A typical day
We always start and end our day with an outdoor potty break, but otherwise pups are able to freely move from indoors to outside as they please. I love to offer mental stimulation games by providing food puzzles, lick matts, frozen kongs, or short breakout training sessions on yucky weather days. In the summer, the pups enjoy playing in the doggy sprayground or chasing scented bubbles or the flirt pole around the yard.
Location
Fairfax, VA
Pets
Rachel M.
Fairfax, VA